Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, long-time ally of Sheikh Hasina, resigns
In his resignation letter addressed to Parliament Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, the 76-year-old leader said he is seriously ill and suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and kidney complications
Indonesia lobbies US for lower Section 301 tariffs: Official
The Indonesiangovernment is continuing consultations with the Office of the United States Trade Representative ...
Indonesia reaffirms commitment to support Palestine's development
Indonesia reiterated its commitment in supporting Palestine's development, including by strengthening its human ...
RI, China launch pharma venture to boost healthcare independence
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto expressed optimism that a new joint venture between ...
Indonesia, Arab nations condemn Israel over Al-Aqsa mosque actions
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and his counterparts from seven Arab and Muslim-majority nations have strongly ...
Indonesian researchers urge incentives for new financial hub
The Indonesian Researchers Association (PPI) has urged the government to offer competitive fiscal incentives to attract ...
Indonesia, China deepen strategic economic cooperation
Indonesia and China are expanding economic ties through broader cooperation in trade, investment, industry, education, ...
Indonesia begins joint naval exercise with Russia in Vladivostok
Indonesia's Navy is ready to participate in the bilateral Exercise Orruda 2026 with the Russian Federation Navy ...
BI calls for ecosystem-based approach to MSME development
Bank Indonesia (BI) has emphasised the need for an ecosystem-based approach in the development and financing of micro, ...
Indonesia targets international network in pangolin smuggling case
Indonesias Forestry Ministry is proceeding with the prosecution of an illegal wildlife trader in Central Java, ...
Indonesia pushes tech entrepreneurship to create more jobs
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology continues to strengthen higher education transformation by ...
ASEAN Plus Three cooperation must innovate to stay relevant: Sugiono
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono underscored the importance of continued innovation within ASEAN Plus Three (APT) to ...
Government seeks ICW input to curb graft risks in Sekolah Rakyat
The Ministry of Social Affairs sought input and support from Indonesia Corruption Watch (ICW) to prevent corrupt ...
Indonesia condemns Red Sea attacks on oil tankers
Indonesia has strongly condemned recent attacks on commercial vessels navigating the Red Sea, describing them as a ...
Borobudur Temple hosts 2,045 Buddhists for Tipitaka Chanting 2026
The Borobudur Temple in Magelang District, Central Java, draws 2,045 domestic and foreign Buddhists to the Indonesia ...
RI launches US$15 bln North Hub gas project to boost energy security
Indonesia has commenced the construction of the Makassar Strait North Hub, a US$15 billion national strategic project ...
Why have thousands taken to the streets? India's 'cockroach' protest explained
India is seeing one of its biggest protests in recent years. But why did it start? And why is the mascot a cockroach? Here's what you need to know.
BGN intensifies cross-sector coordination for free meals program
Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) Sudaryono emphasized his teams commitment to intensifying ...
APEC ministers seek stronger cooperation on digital technologies, AI
Asia-Pacific ministers responsible for telecommunications, information technology and digital policy are seeking closer ...
Tourism Ministry drafts strategy to boost health tourism
Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism is currently drafting and strengthening a joint cross-sectoral strategy to develop ...
Indonesia strengthens its Pacific economic presence through Chile
Indonesia is seeking to strengthen its economic presence across the Pacific by deepening ties with Chile, leveraging a ...
Indonesia partners with NYU to bolster national sports industry
The Indonesian Ministry of Youth and Sports has partnered with New York University (NYU) to strengthen collaborative ...
BGN chief pledges closure of non-compliant free meals kitchens
National Nutrition Agency (BGN) Head Sudaryono stressed that kitchens serving the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program ...
RI records potential US$10.8 million in 2026 World of Coffee Brussels
Indonesia's Ministry of Trade informed that 87 international business players have expressed their interest in ...
Indonesia must not lag in global AI supply chain: Nezar Patria
Indonesia must not be left behind in joining the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry supply chain, Deputy ...
Chinese and Indian Foreign Ministers Meet in Manila Amidst Regional Gathering
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a significant meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Manila, the Philippines, on July 22, 2026. The high-level diplomatic engagement, confirmed by official sources, took place on the sidelines of a regional gathering, providing an opportunity for direct communication between the two Asian giants. The meeting between Minister Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Minister Jaishankar underscores the ongoing efforts by both nations to maintain dialogue amidst the complex dynamics of their bilateral relationship. Such interactions at multilateral forums are a common diplomatic practice, allowing top officials to address [] Chinese and Indian Foreign Ministers Meet in Manila Amidst Regional Gathering
RI sees Nigeria as gateway for creative products sales in Africa
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar said Nigeria has the potential to serve as a gateway for ...
U.S. Justice Department withdraws NY Times subpoenas over Trump plane report
The newspaper had challenged the government requests for phone records of reporters and grand jury testimony as an attempt to intimidate the press and filed a motion to have them quashed
Kirin Holdings Company, Limited (Kirin Holdings)(TOKYO:2503) and Blackmores Limited (Blackmores), Kirins group ...
JCB and Fiuu Collaborate to Expand JCB Acceptance Across Southeast Asia
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japans only ...
Indonesia seeks AI sovereignty through local models, digital talent
Indonesia is building the foundation for artificial intelligence (AI) sovereignty through the development of an ...
Hong Kong connects Malaysian ambition with Asia's growth opportunities
Malaysian businesses with regional and global ambitions will have an opportunity to connect with Hong Kong ...
INVEST Fair 2026, Malaysias largest retail investment fair, successfully concluded after attracting more ...
36th Hong Kong Book Fair continues to be a beloved cultural event
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 36thHKTDCHong Kong Book Fair, ...
Prabowo urges universities to back B50, ethanol drive through research
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has instructed universities to support theB50 andB60 biodiesel ...
Govt to house repatriated Indonesian artifacts at National Museum
Historic Indonesian cultural artifacts recently repatriated by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) ...
Govt moves to curb economic leakage, save budget: Prabowo
President Prabowo Subianto pledged to take firm action to stop the annual leakage of national wealth, aiming to ensure ...
Indonesia exempts four countries from export earnings rule: Airlangga
Indonesia has granted exemptions to four trading partnersthe United States, China, Canada, and ...
-Accertify, a leading fraud decisioning provider whose Predictive Yes Platform enables merchants to say yes to more ...
Philippines says China harassed vessels in disputed waters
Chinese and Philippine authorities are blaming each other for a row on Monday between Chinese coast guard personnel and Philippine sailors in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea
US announces tariffs on dozens of countries over forced labour concerns
The tariffs target around 60 trading partners, including India, over claims they failed to properly stop forced labour.
India activist ends hunger strike after 26 days
Sonam Wangchuk, a supporter of youth-led protesters demanding education reforms, says he wants to avert possible violence.
China begins two days of live-fire drills in Taiwan Strait
The news comes a day after talks between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on a range of issues, including democratically-governed Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.
EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search
It was the latest major crackdown on Big Tech by Brussels, which has led the world in reining in some of the world's largest companies from Silicon Valley to Beijing
Indonesia urges Japan, ASEAN to boost support for Palestine
Indonesia hascalled on Japanand member statesof the Associationof Southeast AsianNations ...
Indonesia to mandate sustainable aviation fuel use starting in 2027
Coordinating Minister forInfrastructure and RegionalDevelopment Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono ...
Indonesia commends UK's recognition of Palestine
Indonesian Foreign MinisterSugiono has welcomedthe UnitedKingdom's decision torecognize the ...
Indonesia urges UK to help ASEAN fight online scam syndicates
Indonesian Foreign MinisterSugiono has calledon the UnitedKingdom to assistmember states ...
Indonesia urges stronger ASEAN-China partnership amid uncertainty
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono stated that the ASEAN-China economic partnership must strengthen regional ...
Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin likely to resign soon: Reports
Guwahati: Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin may resign nearly two years before completing his term, with political sources and media reports suggesting a possible change in the presidency. A senior BNP leader said that Shahabuddin could step down soon, but did not provide further details. The possibility of his resignation emerged after several Bangladeshi media organisations [] The post Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin likely to resign soon: Reports appeared first on NorthEast Now .
-Humanoid, a UK-based AI and robotics company building industrial humanoid robots, announced a $152 million Series A ...
Sekolah Rakyat graduates to pursue college or skilled jobs
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf said graduates of the government's tuition-free schools under the Sekolah ...
Minister urges inclusivity in biometric SIM card registration drive
Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid has urged mobile operators to ensure that biometric SIM card ...
Indonesia's Sekolah Rakyat to expand to 45,000 students in 2026
The tuition-free education program, Sekolah Rakyat (People'sSchool), is expectedto serve ...
PSSI applauds women's team progress after defending AFF Cup title
Chairman of theFootball Association ofIndonesia (PSSI) ErickThohir said thenational women's ...
Indonesia, Australia strengthen ASEAN ties on peace and economy
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong co-chaired the ASEAN-Australia Post ...
Two of three Papua shooting victims evacuated: police
A joint Indonesian military and police team has evacuated two of three civilians killed in a shooting allegedly carried ...
Indonesia's biometric SIM card registration reaches 10 million users
At least 10 million Indonesian mobile network users have registered their SIM cards using biometric verification, ...
Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on recognising Israel
Washington brokered the Abraham Accords during Mr. Trump's first term, seeking to build bridges between Israel and the Arab world
Indonesia promotes traditional games to reduce screen time
Indonesian Minister ofWomen's Empowerment andChildProtection Arifatul ChoiriFauzi has ...
BNN seizes Rp165 billion in drug laundering assets
Indonesian National Narcotics Agency (BNN) confiscated over Rp165 billion (around US$9.1 million, US$1 = Rp17,965) in ...
Indonesia pushes for upgraded ASEAN-South Korea economic pact
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono called for a more integrated economic partnership between ASEAN and South Korea to ...
Indonesia warns vape ban over drug abuse
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said the government could impose a total ban on electronic cigarettes or vapes if ...
RI police chief, FBI director discuss stronger law enforcement ties
Indonesian Police Chief Gen. Listyo Sigit Prabowo met FBI Director Kash Patel in Jakarta on Thursday to discuss ...
Prabowo says drug eradication is key to Golden Indonesia 2045
President Prabowo Subiantohas emphasized thateradicating narcotics isa strategic investmentto ...
Indonesia urges China to expand investment in AI, high-tech
Indonesia's Ambassador to ChinaDjauhari Oratmangun urged Chinese companies to move beyond traditional sectors ...
Ocean Institute to back Indonesia's global maritime vision: Minister
The government intends the Ocean Institute of Indonesia (OII) to spearhead efforts in nurturing talent and innovation, ...
FM Sugiono highlights community resilience at ASEAN-Russia PMC
Indonesia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sugiono, reaffirmed at the ASEAN-Russia Post Ministerial Conference (PMC) ...
Indonesia steps up efforts to repatriate cultural artifacts
Indonesia's Minister of CultureFadli Zoncontinues to work to ensure that Indonesian cultural artifacts ...
Indonesia pitches US$1.8 billion data center sector to Chinese firms
Indonesias Investment and Downstreaming Ministry has promoted data center investment opportunities to Chinese ...
Indonesia buys 12 Italian Leonardo M-346F Block 20 jets
The Indonesian Ministry of Defense has officially finalized a contract to procure 12 advanced M-346 F Block 20 fighter ...
Danantara acquires four asset managers with US$10.5 bln AUM
State-owned investment holding group Danantara Indonesia officially signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire ...
Houthis strike tankers in Red Sea; first since Saudi-linked shipping blockade via Bab el-Mandeb
U.S. President Donald Trump warned on July 22, 2026 that the U.S. would destroy one bridge or power plant each time Iran shoots at a ship in the strait
Forest fire burns 5 hectares in North Sulawesi, fully extinguished
A local joint response team has successfully extinguished a forest and land fires in North Sulawesis Minahasa ...
Indonesia, South Korea seek stronger digital Halal trade
Indonesia and South Korea are pursuing a strategic partnership to strengthen halal certification, build institutional ...
Bali blocks foreign investment in 18 business categories
Bali has blocked foreign investors from accessing Indonesia's online licensing system for 18 business categories, ...
Ministry of Defense eyes AW149 helicopters to strengthen navy
Indonesia's Ministry of Defense has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Italy's Leonardo as part of ...
Xinhua Silk Road: 3TREES sets Guinness World Record with largest coatings showroom in China
China's leading coatings producer 3TREES unveiled a nearly 20,000-square-meter coatings showroom inPutian, ...
Indonesia seizes 12.3 tons of narcotics in 21 months
Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency seized more than 12.3 tons of narcotics from October 2024 through July 2026, ...
Central Java, Iran explore sister-province partnership
Central Java is exploring sister-province and sister-city partnerships with Iran to expand cooperation in technology, ...
Indonesian cosmetics generate US$1.4 million in Philippine deals
Indonesian cosmetics generated potential transactions of Rp26.35 billion (about US$1.4 million) at Cosmobeaut ...
BNPB distributes clean water as 55,602 face drought in Bogor
Indonesias National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is distributing clean water across Bogor District, West ...
Southwest Papua backs broader free meals rollout under Sudaryono
The Southwest Papua provincial government voiced hope that new leadership at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) would ...
'I am still alive': Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg
Sonam Wangchuk has been the main draw at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.
Indonesia hastens irrigation recovery across disaster-hit Sumatra
Indonesias Ministry of Public Works reinforced its commitment to expediting recovery measures to rehabilitate ...
Prabowo, FBI's Patel discuss return of smuggled Indonesian artifacts
President Prabowo Subianto received a courtesy call from the Director of the United States Federal Bureau of ...
Indonesia achieves self-sufficiency in eight food commodities: Gov't
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaimanannounced that Indonesia has achieved self-sufficiency in eight strategic ...
ASEAN-ID Blue delegation gains insights into Banyuwangi's blue economy
The ASEAN-ID Blue delegation explored community-based blue economy initiatives in Banyuwangi during visits to the Red ...
Turning waste into power, value, and sustainable growth
Indonesia is accelerating Waste-to-Energy (WtE) development under a new presidential regulation, aiming to turn waste ...
Indonesia calls for stronger ASEAN-US cooperation as stability anchor
Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Sugionooutlined the importance of strengthening the partnership between ASEAN ...
